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Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. The work delves into the complexities and struggles faced by farmers and laborers, examining the social and economic dynamics of their lives, particularly during a time of agricultural depression. Jefferies presents a range of characters, such as farmers, their tenants, and laborers, encapsulating their individual experiences and the impact of their choices on their livelihoods. At the start of the book, the scene is set in a small rural town, emphasizing the bustling activities typical of a market day. The narrative opens with a vivid description of the Jason Inn, a central location where farmers gather amidst the noise and chaos of selling and trading. As they settle down to discuss a pressing lecture titled "Science, the Remedy for Agricultural Depression," the professor passionately argues that the agricultural community is to blame for their misfortunes due to their reluctance to embrace modern farming methods. This sparks a vibrant debate among the farmers about the realities of agriculture, the influence of tradition, and the dire need for reform, illustrating the tension between progress and conservatism entrenched in rural life. The opening portion effectively captures the reader's attention with its rich characterizations and social commentary, setting the tone for the themes explored throughout the text.So plain an advertisement, without any colour or attempt at 'display, ' would be passed unnoticed among the endless devices on a town hoarding. There nothing can be hoped to be looked at unless novel and strange, or even incomprehensible. But here the oblong piece of black and white contrasts sufficiently in itself with red brick and dull brown wooden framing, with tall shadowy elms, and the glint of sunshine on the streamlet that flows with a ceaseless murmur across the hollow of the lane. Every man that comes along stays to read it. The dealer in his trap-his name painted in white letters on the shaft-pulls up his quick pony, and sits askew on his seat to read. He has probably seen it before in the bar of the wayside inn, roughly hung on a nail, and swaying to and fro with the draught along the passage. He may have seen it, too, on the handing-post at the lonely cross-roads, stuck on in such a manner that, in order to peruse it, it is necessary to walk round the post. Amidst a crushing economic downturn, rural laborers and landowners clash over the desperate struggle between ancient traditions and the cold necessity of modern progress. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. N° de réf. du vendeur 9788047384475
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Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - The work delves into the complexities and struggles faced by farmers and laborers, examining the social and economic dynamics of their lives, particularly during a time of agricultural depression. Jefferies presents a range of characters, such as farmers, their tenants, and laborers, encapsulating their individual experiences and the impact of their choices on their livelihoods. At the start of the book, the scene is set in a small rural town, emphasizing the bustling activities typical of a market day. The narrative opens with a vivid description of the Jason Inn, a central location where farmers gather amidst the noise and chaos of selling and trading. As they settle down to discuss a pressing lecture titled 'Science, the Remedy for Agricultural Depression,' the professor passionately argues that the agricultural community is to blame for their misfortunes due to their reluctance to embrace modern farming methods. This sparks a vibrant debate among the farmers about the realities of agriculture, the influence of tradition, and the dire need for reform, illustrating the tension between progress and conservatism entrenched in rural life. The opening portion effectively captures the reader's attention with its rich characterizations and social commentary, setting the tone for the themes explored throughout the text.So plain an advertisement, without any colour or attempt at 'display,' would be passed unnoticed among the endless devices on a town hoarding. There nothing can be hoped to be looked at unless novel and strange, or even incomprehensible. But here the oblong piece of black and white contrasts sufficiently in itself with red brick and dull brown wooden framing, with tall shadowy elms, and the glint of sunshine on the streamlet that flows with a ceaseless murmur across the hollow of the lane. Every man that comes along stays to read it. The dealer in his trap-his name painted in white letters on the shaft-pulls up his quick pony, and sits askew on his seat to read. He has probably seen it before in the bar of the wayside inn, roughly hung on a nail, and swaying to and fro with the draught along the passage. He may have seen it, too, on the handing-post at the lonely cross-roads, stuck on in such a manner that, in order to peruse it, it is necessary to walk round the post. N° de réf. du vendeur 9788047384475
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Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. The work delves into the complexities and struggles faced by farmers and laborers, examining the social and economic dynamics of their lives, particularly during a time of agricultural depression. Jefferies presents a range of characters, such as farmers, their tenants, and laborers, encapsulating their individual experiences and the impact of their choices on their livelihoods. At the start of the book, the scene is set in a small rural town, emphasizing the bustling activities typical of a market day. The narrative opens with a vivid description of the Jason Inn, a central location where farmers gather amidst the noise and chaos of selling and trading. As they settle down to discuss a pressing lecture titled "Science, the Remedy for Agricultural Depression," the professor passionately argues that the agricultural community is to blame for their misfortunes due to their reluctance to embrace modern farming methods. This sparks a vibrant debate among the farmers about the realities of agriculture, the influence of tradition, and the dire need for reform, illustrating the tension between progress and conservatism entrenched in rural life. The opening portion effectively captures the reader's attention with its rich characterizations and social commentary, setting the tone for the themes explored throughout the text.So plain an advertisement, without any colour or attempt at 'display, ' would be passed unnoticed among the endless devices on a town hoarding. There nothing can be hoped to be looked at unless novel and strange, or even incomprehensible. But here the oblong piece of black and white contrasts sufficiently in itself with red brick and dull brown wooden framing, with tall shadowy elms, and the glint of sunshine on the streamlet that flows with a ceaseless murmur across the hollow of the lane. Every man that comes along stays to read it. The dealer in his trap-his name painted in white letters on the shaft-pulls up his quick pony, and sits askew on his seat to read. He has probably seen it before in the bar of the wayside inn, roughly hung on a nail, and swaying to and fro with the draught along the passage. He may have seen it, too, on the handing-post at the lonely cross-roads, stuck on in such a manner that, in order to peruse it, it is necessary to walk round the post. Amidst a crushing economic downturn, rural laborers and landowners clash over the desperate struggle between ancient traditions and the cold necessity of modern progress. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability. N° de réf. du vendeur 9788047384475
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Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. The work delves into the complexities and struggles faced by farmers and laborers, examining the social and economic dynamics of their lives, particularly during a time of agricultural depression. Jefferies presents a range of characters, such as farmers, their tenants, and laborers, encapsulating their individual experiences and the impact of their choices on their livelihoods. At the start of the book, the scene is set in a small rural town, emphasizing the bustling activities typical of a market day. The narrative opens with a vivid description of the Jason Inn, a central location where farmers gather amidst the noise and chaos of selling and trading. As they settle down to discuss a pressing lecture titled "Science, the Remedy for Agricultural Depression," the professor passionately argues that the agricultural community is to blame for their misfortunes due to their reluctance to embrace modern farming methods. This sparks a vibrant debate among the farmers about the realities of agriculture, the influence of tradition, and the dire need for reform, illustrating the tension between progress and conservatism entrenched in rural life. The opening portion effectively captures the reader's attention with its rich characterizations and social commentary, setting the tone for the themes explored throughout the text.So plain an advertisement, without any colour or attempt at 'display, ' would be passed unnoticed among the endless devices on a town hoarding. There nothing can be hoped to be looked at unless novel and strange, or even incomprehensible. But here the oblong piece of black and white contrasts sufficiently in itself with red brick and dull brown wooden framing, with tall shadowy elms, and the glint of sunshine on the streamlet that flows with a ceaseless murmur across the hollow of the lane. Every man that comes along stays to read it. The dealer in his trap-his name painted in white letters on the shaft-pulls up his quick pony, and sits askew on his seat to read. He has probably seen it before in the bar of the wayside inn, roughly hung on a nail, and swaying to and fro with the draught along the passage. He may have seen it, too, on the handing-post at the lonely cross-roads, stuck on in such a manner that, in order to peruse it, it is necessary to walk round the post. Amidst a crushing economic downturn, rural laborers and landowners clash over the desperate struggle between ancient traditions and the cold necessity of modern progress. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. N° de réf. du vendeur 9788047384475
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Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Hodge and His Masters | Richard Jefferies | Taschenbuch | Englisch | 2026 | The Page Of Life | EAN 9788047384475 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, 36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr[at]libri[dot]de | Anbieter: preigu Print on Demand. N° de réf. du vendeur 136323171
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